Trump's Bronx Rally: A Summary of the Event and Its Significance, Trump's Appeal to Black and Hispanic Voters
May 25, 2024
Former President Donald Trump held a major campaign rally in the South Bronx on Thursday, drawing large crowds and featuring chants of 'Build the Wall'. The rally was part of Trump's efforts to appeal to Black and Hispanic voters, who could put him over the top in this fall's election against President Joe Biden.
Trump's Appeal to Black and Hispanic Voters
Trump's rally in the Bronx was part of his efforts to appeal to Black and Hispanic voters, who could put him over the top in this fall's election against President Joe Biden. Trump has made several overtures to these voters in recent months, including visiting historically Black colleges and universities and meeting with Black and Hispanic leaders. However, it remains to be seen whether these efforts will be successful in swaying these voters to his side.
The Size of the Crowd
The size of the crowd at Trump's rally was a subject of debate. The Trump campaign claimed that 25,000 people attended the rally, while law enforcement sources told The Post that the crowd was closer to 8,000 to 10,000 people. The permit for the rally allowed for up to 3,500 people to attend.
The Reaction from Local Officials
Local Democratic legislators from the Bronx, and aligned labor unions, held a counter-rally of a couple hundred people at the other end of Crotona Park. The Biden campaign also released TV and radio ads with “receipts of Trump’s racist record” on Thursday. These actions reflect the deep divide between Trump and the Democratic establishment in New York City.
The Overall Atmosphere of the Rally
The overall atmosphere of the rally was one of excitement and enthusiasm. Trump supporters waved flags and chanted slogans, and Trump himself delivered a fiery speech in which he attacked his opponents and promised to make America great again. However, there were also some protesters outside the rally, and the event was marred by a few incidents of violence.
Trump's rally in the Bronx was a significant event in the 2020 presidential campaign. It remains to be seen whether Trump's efforts to appeal to Black and Hispanic voters will be successful, but the rally showed that he is still a force to be reckoned with in American politics.
